Volkswagen Unveils The Passat Pro Sedan In China

Key Highlights

• Unveiled at the 2024 Chengdu Motor Show, exclusive to China.

• Features a sleek, sedan design, longer than the European wagon version.

• Equipped with a 2.0-liter TSI engine, delivering 217 hp and 350 Nm torque.

• Interior includes a 15.0-inch infotainment screen, augmented reality head-up display, and 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio.

• "Cloud feeling" seats offer massage, heating, and cooling functions.

Although Volkswagen has stopped the Passat globally, the new Passat Pro was introduced at the 2024 Chengdu Motor Show. It's made by the SAIC-Volkswagen partnership.

The China-only Passat Pro keeps the wagon's front look but adds new rear doors and a sloping roof. The rear has a longer, Audi-style trunk, stretching the sedan's length to 5,006 mm, making it longer than the European version at 4,917 mm.

Inside, the Passat Pro features a digital cockpit with a 15-inch infotainment screen, 10.3-inch instrument cluster, and 11.6-inch passenger display. It includes a 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, augmented reality head-up display, and DJI-developed ADAS. The car also has special "cloud feeling" seats with massage, heating, and cooling functions, plus an in-car fragrance system and 30-color ambient lighting.

The Passat Pro currently offers just one engine option: a 2.0-liter TSI found in many Volkswagen Group models. Paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, it produces 217 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Although no electrified version is available yet, a plug-in hybrid is expected in the future. The Passat Pro is exclusive to China and won't be launched in the UAE.

Verdict

The Volkswagen Passat Pro, exclusive to China, showcases modern features and a premium design with a powerful 2.0-liter engine. While no electrified version is available yet, a plug-in hybrid is expected. This new model marks Volkswagen's continued focus on the Chinese market but will not be released in other regions like the UAE.

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